SDGs Techno

Resiliart Education

Welcome to SDGs Techno-ResiliArt Education - Cecile Guidote-Alvarez

Arts, Youth, Indigenous Peoples & Sustainable Development for Global Peace and Climate Resilience SDGs Techno-ResiliArt Education is a global initiative led by the Earthsavers DREAMS Ensemble , recognized by UNESCO as an Artist for Peace , in collaboration with the Philippine Center of the International Theatre Institute (ITI) , the UNESCO Associated Schools Network , and international partners across education, culture, science, and diplomacy. Since 2017, we have been working relentlessly to advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through a unique methodology that integrates art, technology, intergenerational dialogue, and culture-based education . Our mission is to empower vulnerable communities, promote peace, and build climate resilience through creative expression and inclusive learning.

🎯 Our Vision

We believe that art is not only a mirror of society but also a tool for transformation . By bridging traditional knowledge with modern innovation, we create spaces where youth, indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and marginalized groups can learn, express themselves, and contribute meaningfully to building a more just, sustainable, and peaceful world.

Our work aligns with the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development , particularly focusing on:

🎓 Quality Education (SDG 4)
🤝 Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10)
🌱 Climate Action (SDG 13)
🕊️ Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions (SDG 16)
🌐 Partnerships for the Goals (SDG 17)

🏛️ Key Achievements

From Manila to Baku, and from COP29 to the upcoming COP30 in Belém, Brazil , our journey has been marked by impactful events and global collaborations:

1. Launch of the Global Peace Movement “Not by Force but by Art”

📅 May 2018
📍 Manila, Philippines
👥 Participants: UNESCO, Philippine Senate, Earthsavers DREAMS Ensemble
🎯 ODS : 4, 13, 16, 17

This landmark event launched the global peace movement under UNESCO patronage, emphasizing the use of art as a tool for conflict resolution and climate action. It brought together artists, educators, and policymakers to promote non-violent communication and cultural diplomacy.

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2. EU Platform on Cultural Heritage, Social Innovation & Peace-Making

📅 April 1, 2019
📍 Dublin, Ireland
👥 Participants: EU Directorate-General for Education, Youth, Sport, Culture and Creativity
🎯 ODS : 4, 11, 16, 17

An international dialogue on the role of culture in sustainable development and social innovation. The event highlighted how traditional knowledge systems and creative industries can contribute to peacebuilding and inclusive growth.

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3. High-Level Meeting on Culture & Sustainable Development at UN Headquarters

📅 May 21, 2019
📍 New York, USA
👥 Participants: President of UNGA María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés, UNESCO ADG Ernesto Ottone Ramirez
🎯 ODS : 4, 11, 13, 17

Hosted during the UN High-Level Political Forum, this meeting emphasized the importance of cultural diversity and education in achieving the SDGs. Cecile Guidote-Alvarez participated as a panelist representing the ITI Social Change Network.

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4. SDGs ResiliArt Festival & Forum (Originally Scheduled May 2020)

📅 December 2021 – April 2022
📍 Manila, Visayas, Mindanao, Philippines
👥 Participants: DepEd, NCCA, UNAP, PNU, La Salle University, Misamis Occidental State College
🎯 ODS : 1–17 (all goals)

Due to the pandemic, this major festival was rescheduled and held in multiple formats (in-person, hybrid, online). It included:
- Inclusive workshops with persons with disabilities (PWDs), indigenous communities, and youth
- Murals and visual art exhibitions across Manila
- Performances at Fort Santiago and Manila Hotel
- Webinars, interfaith dialogues, and academic collaborations
  
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5. Triangulated Conference on Youth, Indigenous Peoples & Trade

📅 August 12, 2024
📍 Senate of the Philippines
👥 Participants: Senators Cynthia Villar, Loren Legarda, Bong Go, Joel Villanueva; UNESCO ADG Firmin Matoko
🎯 ODS : 4, 10, 13, 16, 17

Held at the Senate with over 200 participants, this conference focused on empowering youth and indigenous peoples through trade, education, and environmental stewardship. A key outcome was the proposal to institutionalize an annual SDGs Peace & Climate Techno-ResiliArt Olympics under UNESCO patronage.

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6. Participation in COP29 – Baku, Azerbaijan

📅 November 12–23, 2024
📍 Baku, Azerbaijan
👥 Participants: Kenya Special Envoy Ali Mohamed, Brazil Climate Envoy Luiz Alberto Figueiredo Machado, UNESCO representatives
🎯 ODS : 13, 16, 17

Earthsavers DREAMS Ensemble led several side events at COP29, promoting the integration of artistic expressions into national pavilions. Key initiatives included:

Launch of the SDGs Peace & Climate ResiliArt Program
Inclusion of a Danish Climate Justice sculpture at the Philippine Pavilion
Resolution signed with Kenya and Azerbaijan proposing a ResiliArt Olympics at COP30

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7. SDGs Peace & Climate Techno-ResiliArt Summit & Festival

📅 March 4–5, 2025
📍 University of Makati, Philippines
👥 Participants: UNESCO, UNAP, DepEd, DFA, International Theatre Institute (ITI)
🎯 ODS : 4, 13, 16, 17

This summit marked the formal launch of the proposed SDGs ResiliArt Olympics , to be piloted during COP30 in Belém, Brazil (November 2025) . It featured:

Multidisciplinary performances and digital storytelling
Interactive exhibits on climate science
Calls for global participation in artistic contributions to COP30

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8. Preparations for COP30 – Belem, Brazil (2025)

📅 Ongoing
📍 Global Participation
👥 Participants: UNESCO, ITI Centers worldwide, Climate Institute, South South Cooperation Council (SSCC)
🎯 ODS : 13, 16, 17

The Earthsavers team is currently coordinating with international partners to ensure that the SDGs ResiliArt Olympics becomes a flagship cultural program at COP30. Plans include: